IMPORTANT! I apparently suck at researching and there is an adapter that trek/bontrager makes to adapt a non bontrager stem to the knockblock system. So the stem compatability issue I talked about isn't as big of a deal! Here is a link to the part. I'm sure there are other companies making these as well, but this keeps the frame in warranty. www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/equipment/cycling-components/bike-headsets/trek-knock-block-headset-lockring-spacer/p/27583/
I’ve just ordered one of these on a bit of a whim as it excites me. My main concern was climbing, I do like a climb. But I’m coming from a hardtail orange crush so I’m like “fuck anything is going to be an improvement”. Good to watch the reviews, thanks! Let’s hope my legs can survive the fire roads near me
It’s a killer bike man! The fire road climbs won’t be terrible at all, just not like a rocket ship xc bike but still a good overall climber! You’ll love it! Let me know what you think
I switched out those fat trail 2.6” Bontrager tires pronto and mounted Maxxis Assegai 2.5” front (Max+ Supergrip) and Aggessor 2.3” rear (Double Down). World of improvement on terrain like in your vid.
I plan on doing a dhf or assessing and aggressor combo once I wear these out. Sadly I’ve been super limited in riding this season thanks to injury and a to. If school stuff. Thanks for watching and thanks for the tip on the tires!
Good review, informative, detailed, well timed and relevant. Just one thing, the music, as I said you do a good review so have the confidence to front your audience without the crutch, we won't get bored!
Hey thanks for the feedback and glad you enjoyed the video/review. As far as music, the metal music you hear on my channel is typically something I wrote and recorded which is typically why I incorporate it. I definitely get mixed responses on it, but its kinda my way of injecting more of my personality and such into the videos! Perhaps I'll try a review video in the future without music. Again thanks for the feedback, I really appreciate it. Are you looking at getting a Remedy?
@@Tkolbo_ It's one of several candidates, the time has finally come to replace my Slash 8 - 2013! I'd appreciate any insight you may have, my bike weighs somewhere around 15.5 - 15.7 kg, 42t rear, and while it's great on the descents - the only reason I ride at all - by the time I've got that sucker to the top of the hill, any damn hill, I'm a crap rider because I can't concentrate anymore so it seems I need heavily gravity focused trail bike or, perhaps, the best climbing enduro.
@@quietknight8250 the new slash is a really really really killer bike. My buddy got one and where he lives he has around 500-1000m climbs for anything and he says it climbs pretty damn well and descends like a madman! The remedy is a killer bike too. I think if it as more of an all around party bike. It’s playful, poppy, climbs well and descends well. The slash will allow you to just plow gnarly stuff the remedy you will have to choose your line a little more carefully! Hope that helps!
@@Tkolbo_ Thanks for that. I see the Remedy in ML and low setting has a wheelbase of 1184 mm and trail of 115 mm, I don't know the trail figure for my current bike but both these figures are slightly on the short side which will account for its playfulness. I think the most important point you mention, for my purposes, is that the bike is a great all rounder - that's the bike I need.
Awesome Trek that held up to some major abuse. My last Trek was a 2014 Remedy. They came a long way from that model for sure. I'd love to try the new Trek Fuel one day.
This bike has been killer! I do have some changes in the works currently. One out of necessity in my opinion and another because I WANTED it! hahaha! The Remedy has definitely changed a lot since 2014. The new fuel and new slash are Treks best bikes in my opinion!
I haven't replaced it yet! I have had a season riddled with injury so I haven't ridden much this year, but I'll give that a shot! Solid tip! Did you or someone you know have the same issue? Thanks for the comment and for watching!
Dude you'll love it! Its a killer bike, and just so you know just because I ragged on the 9.7 a little bit its a great bike at a much more reasonable price point to get into carbon that the 9.8! Let me know what you think of it once you get some time in on it!
I love my remedy! It’s a great bike and has been a ton of fun. You’ll enjoy it. The slash us a straight up enduro weapon and the fuel is more if a trail bike. The remedy in my opinion is a party bike. Good and fun on everything!
@@adi_zero5882 thanks a ton!! I’m putting together some other videos that may help you as a remedy owner of you decide to do any upgrades! I appreciate you subscribing that’s so awesome!
I'd rather over bike for sure! I'd rather have a slog of a pedal than get stuck walking down a trail. However, I also believe that most everything can be ridden on a hardtail...just not sure I have the skill for it!
In my experience under-biking is good for skills building. Over-biking is great for going faster and having fun. I'm looking at bigger bikes for next season.
@@joshc5658 I think at my age, I'm more interested in making the bike more capable than faster on a climb. I'm not worried about being the slow rider in a group.
I believe the 2021 Remedy is long and slack. I used to always seek the steeper head angle and shorter wheelbase for the same reason, I ride BMX. But I gave in and now have an Ibis Ripmo AF and once I got used to it, I absolutely love it. Best mountain bike I have ever had. I had a carbon frame right before it and I cracked it once, got a warranty and just realized I don't want carbon anymore. And how do you do an x-up on this bike? 🙂
Well...I just checked and the 2021 remedy is exactly the same geometry as the 2020. The Slash did have a major overhaul for 2021 though going long and slack. This remedy is chillin at 65.6 degree headtube angle so pretty slack but not silly slack which makes it a ton of fun for all mountain riding. Sadly...there is no x ups on this bike which makes me very very sad...
@@Tkolbo_ Actually, you are correct, it was the Slash I saw that changed. I mixed them up. Good they are keeping it the same. I don't think every bike needs to be super slack, especially for this part of the country.
Howdy Travis - long time no chat...I found a the same bike and thinking about trading my SL for it as I've been cleared for high heartrates by my doc. Super stoked that I have a pacemaker that hasn't done a damn thing since they installed it. Other than itch. Any way, would you buy the bike again? I was hoping to get used to and beginning to like the 29" wheels but I just can't get there. They're just awkward to me. I'm surprised your on a large, after riding in Duluth those days I can't say I remember you being much taller than I? At barely 5'7" I'm looking at a med. I'm looking a few rigs but thought I'd ask since I know a guy who has one.
Glad to hear you have been cleared to ride a regular mountain bike. Sucks bad having a pacemaker for no reason at all though! I really like 27.5 and 29" but for the trails here in the midwest with the tight twistiness I prefer the 27.5". With that in mind I would buy this bike again. I like that it has a shorter reach and wheelbase than most the modern bikes, which makes it incredibly playful and easy to maneuver, especially through the tight turns around here. It is just a fun bike man and rides great in my opinion. obviously its not perfect but it checks enough boxes for me. Also I am actually 5'11" most days, 5'10" on my worst days and 6'0" when I actually stand up haha. So yeah Large is a good fit for me.
@@Tkolbo_ I tell others I'm 5'7" when I'm feeling good about myself. Short legs and long arms, worked well as a climber but on 29" wheels feels like I'm too far above the ground which also makes reach an issue. Found a Rmedy 9.8 size med, custom build which is used, but in great shape as well as an SB140 and Bronson both smalls. I'm leaning towards the SB for the short stand over and longer reach but really, really want the Bronson. The Remedy and its geometry feels good in a medium but the stand over is a bit much and I'm worried about my balls. And I won't be able to do bar spins, which is a bummer. Glad to know you'd buy another.
@@driftlessareasingletrack2933 that’s fair! I have stupidly long legs so stand over isn’t an issue. Although I’d buy another remedy while out here, if I’m being honest, if I move back to the west I’ll probably get something a little different and more modern. I think all your options are solid!
@@Tkolbo_ Agreed, that if I were still out west I'd want something else as well. Still can't believe your 6' tall. I took some extra time off before Memorial day, planned on going to Cuyuna but am settling in on hitting lacrosse and heading to Levis Mounds for a few days. you need to ride in LaCrosse at some point.
Tell your friend that naw I've only had the tire roll one time so far and it was on a feature that I've rolled off other tires on other bikes, so not to worry! Also tell your cats that I say hi!
I'm interested in either this bike or a giant trance x, how do u think this bike is for someone who wants tado abit of everything, such as doing afew hour trail rides down ta having fun at bike parks?
Picking up this exact model this week, my main concern is the tires we dont have 7000ft decents in Australia we just have a heap of climbing to get a 4 minute down run. Have you or anyone commenting run 2.4 inch tires? If so how much do they effect the bike overall, thanks for any info.
I have not, but have a friend with the remedy 8 and another friend on a Specialized stumpjumper that also came with 2.6 tires. They both switched to 2.4 and loved it. I don't think you'll overly negatively affect anything on the bike. Maybe a little less traction here and there due to smaller contact patch, especially when running a lower PSI, but I personally don't think it's anything you will really miss. Especially considering the smaller tires will be lighter.
The stock 2.6” Bontragers roll great on trail and XC stuff. For steep rocky gnar they just aren’t the ticket. I originally went with the classic Maxxis 2.4” DHF’s front; DHR II 2.3” rear; then later tweaked it to Assegai 2.5” front; Aggressor 2.3” rear. The Maxxis have more rolling resistance on XC type trails but are a massive improvement in the fun steep rocky, loose, fast turning terrain. I mtb for the steep gnar not into cruising XC trail stuff. Although I do plenty of the latter to get to the fun stuff.
Grate review man ! I consider to buy this bike but this block is kinda wired to doing tricks and is the only thing that i am afraid of. On new slash you can remove it cause the frame shape is changed but it is totally different bike. Could you list bikes that you were looking int before you buy remedy ? Cheers
Hey thanks for watching and I'm glad you enjoyed it! I will say the knock block is definitely a bummer, especially if you want to do X ups and big clicked tables or anything like that. You can still whip with it and all that. So I was looking at Transition Patrol, Specialized Stumpy, Salsa Rustler (this was before the release of the Cassidy and Blackthorn), Trek Slash, Specialized Enduro, etc. For the area I'm at, availability, and price point I was able to get this one worked the best for my needs. I really like this bike for its super quick handling and playfulness, which the other bikes having more modern long and slack geo wouldn't feel as snappy and playful.
@@Tkolbo_ Yeah i definitelly do not go to buy any of those bikes because of long geo. I was thinking about Rockymountain instinct or thunderbolt, Canyon spectral or Nukeproof Reactor. Any opinion on those ?
@@g0me2z actually the spectral was also on my list! I think it’s a pretty killer bike. I’ve had a friend who’s broken a few chainstays on one but he rides stupidly hard. I think the spectral is a killer bike. I’ve never had any experience with nikeproof either. Have you looked into Marin bikes?
@@Tkolbo_ I did but Marins are only 29er and has long chainstays. In Spectral i was wondering if that headtube angle 66 is much of a diferenca comapring to the 65. I ride Giant Reign 2017 at the moment. I like trail bikes geometry and was also thinking to use angled headset to make it 65. What do you reckon ?
@@g0me2z So the 66 degree Head tube angle will help it be more plaful and easy to control the front end, but lose a little bit of the plowability. It won't be like life or death or day and night difference, but probably somewhat noticeable. You could do an angleset if you really like the feel of 65 degree HTA otherwise you can also see if you can use some offset bushings. The offset bushings will have a smaller affect on the reach of the bike while making it slacker and a lower BB height.
It’s been great man! So it’s a hard choice between the remedy and fuel, in my opinion the Remedy is going to be a little more “party on the trail” kind of bike and can get through some really rowdy stuff while still being fun and playful. The fuel is going to be a bit more serious trail bike. It’ll plow great and climb fast. You really can’t go wrong either way. What kind of riding do you like to do?
@@Tkolbo_ rowdy is what’s I’m looking for. We have some decent trails and locations to ride in Ontario. I just want to be prepared to take on the rougher options if it’s there you know what I mean. Thanks for the reply back by the way and great video. Hook you up with a sub 👌🏾👌🏾
@@MisterBarlow Rad thanks for the sub! I don't think you'll go wrong with either bike, but the Remedy does give you a little more travel to play with and its a relatively short reach so its super easy to maneuver around! Thats what I enjoy about it.
I asked him, he just looked at me dead eyed and said "No"... All kidding aside, The metal music is kind of a schtick to my channel, but I can understand where it may become not so great for others that don't enjoy it. I try to make sure the volume is really low and not overwhelming and on my computers and such I can barely hear the music, but others have told me its loud when they listen. So perhaps I need to reference on more systems to make sure the music doesn't cut through on other modes of viewing! Thanks for the feedback I really do appreciate it!
Unfortunately I haven’t had the opportunity. That was a bike high in my list of ones to try, but nothing was in stock. I’d still like to try a Jeffsy though. Are they in stock now?!?
@@michivanhalen7086 Right?!? The pandemic is still hurting. Demand is so high that supply can't keep up. Hopefully things get leveled out before too long
2020 remedy 7? I think it’s a pretty sweet bike. Yeah it’s a bunch of “entry level” performance parts, but I would happily rock one. Components are getting so good now it’s hard to wrong with e try level stuff. It’s burly usually. At times I wish I would have saved my bucks and gone with a 7 or 8!
If you are looking at one of these Remedy’s or any trek with a knock block system, it can be done under heavy modification (grind off some tabs on the frame) and crown race spacers to allow the fork to clear the frame. Doing this will absolutely VOID your warranty and will raise the front end up so much that the bike will not handle the way it’s meant to. If barspins are something you want to do on a trail/enduro bike, then you need to look another route my dude. Hope that’s helpful!
I'll probably replace it with a PNW post. I had one on my last full suspension and have one on my hardtail and it has been the smoothest and most reliable post I've ever had! Is yours a command post?
I'm pretty sure I have the exact same dropper on my Trance. Giant branded post, has a little play and the collar comes loose on occasion, the giant and bontrager posts might be the same one aside from branding.
@@mrvwbug4423 Wouldn't surprise me. I will eventually replace it. The snow is trying to fly here in minnesota so I guess the shock and dropper and rear brake are all good winter projects.
Well its fair that you feel that way. I happen to enjoy the music, especially since its something I wrote and recorded. I enjoy using as much of my music and my friends music as possible. Plus it helps to put more of my own personality into the content! I definitely understand it isn't for everyone and I appreciate the feedback! thanks for watching.
@@Tkolbo_ thats fantastic that you wrote it and maybe I was harsh to critize but sometimes you wanna here the review. I have the same bike in teal/volt and wondered what u thought
@@martinpratley4632 Yeah man I get it totally! I tried keeping the volume good and low so you can hear me talking well over it. I definitely like the bike other than the things I mentioned. Overall, killer bike and I'm happy with it. How are you liking yours?
I know that some Sram components are manufactured in Taiwan and some are in China. I'm not sure about these particular Guide RSC brakes. I'm not sure where my replacement Hayes dominion brakes are made. I think they are manufactured in Milwaukee, WI but I could be wrong.
IMPORTANT! I apparently suck at researching and there is an adapter that trek/bontrager makes to adapt a non bontrager stem to the knockblock system. So the stem compatability issue I talked about isn't as big of a deal! Here is a link to the part. I'm sure there are other companies making these as well, but this keeps the frame in warranty.
www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/equipment/cycling-components/bike-headsets/trek-knock-block-headset-lockring-spacer/p/27583/
I’ve just ordered one of these on a bit of a whim as it excites me. My main concern was climbing, I do like a climb. But I’m coming from a hardtail orange crush so I’m like “fuck anything is going to be an improvement”. Good to watch the reviews, thanks! Let’s hope my legs can survive the fire roads near me
It’s a killer bike man! The fire road climbs won’t be terrible at all, just not like a rocket ship xc bike but still a good overall climber! You’ll love it! Let me know what you think
Nice review man! After seeing some of those clips I'm anxious to see your future Duluth videos.
I should have another Duluth video out soon! Very Soon!...I hope ha. Thanks for checking out the video.
This video made me buy a Trek Remedy 8. :)
Well I won’t be responsible for the ridiculous amounts of fun you’ll have on it! I’m glad you found the video helpful in finding a bike, enjoy!
I switched out those fat trail 2.6” Bontrager tires pronto and mounted Maxxis Assegai 2.5” front (Max+ Supergrip) and Aggessor 2.3” rear (Double Down). World of improvement on terrain like in your vid.
I plan on doing a dhf or assessing and aggressor combo once I wear these out. Sadly I’ve been super limited in riding this season thanks to injury and a to. If school stuff. Thanks for watching and thanks for the tip on the tires!
Good review, informative, detailed, well timed and relevant. Just one thing, the music, as I said you do a good review so have the confidence to front your audience without the crutch, we won't get bored!
Hey thanks for the feedback and glad you enjoyed the video/review. As far as music, the metal music you hear on my channel is typically something I wrote and recorded which is typically why I incorporate it. I definitely get mixed responses on it, but its kinda my way of injecting more of my personality and such into the videos! Perhaps I'll try a review video in the future without music. Again thanks for the feedback, I really appreciate it. Are you looking at getting a Remedy?
@@Tkolbo_ It's one of several candidates, the time has finally come to replace my Slash 8 - 2013! I'd appreciate any insight you may have, my bike weighs somewhere around 15.5 - 15.7 kg, 42t rear, and while it's great on the descents - the only reason I ride at all - by the time I've got that sucker to the top of the hill, any damn hill, I'm a crap rider because I can't concentrate anymore so it seems I need heavily gravity focused trail bike or, perhaps, the best climbing enduro.
@@quietknight8250 so what’s the terrain you are riding like? Is it super chunky and gnarly? Or flowy? Or a mix?
@@quietknight8250 the new slash is a really really really killer bike. My buddy got one and where he lives he has around 500-1000m climbs for anything and he says it climbs pretty damn well and descends like a madman! The remedy is a killer bike too. I think if it as more of an all around party bike. It’s playful, poppy, climbs well and descends well. The slash will allow you to just plow gnarly stuff the remedy you will have to choose your line a little more carefully! Hope that helps!
@@Tkolbo_ Thanks for that. I see the Remedy in ML and low setting has a wheelbase of 1184 mm and trail of 115 mm, I don't know the trail figure for my current bike but both these figures are slightly on the short side which will account for its playfulness. I think the most important point you mention, for my purposes, is that the bike is a great all rounder - that's the bike I need.
Hi man, just signed up! I'v got one, (7-2016) customized. It was a pleasure to see this video. Ciao from Tuscany (ITA)
Thanks for subscribing! Glad you enjoyed this video and glad you are loving your bike! Tuscany looks beautiful!
Awesome Trek that held up to some major abuse. My last Trek was a 2014 Remedy. They came a long way from that model for sure. I'd love to try the new Trek Fuel one day.
This bike has been killer! I do have some changes in the works currently. One out of necessity in my opinion and another because I WANTED it! hahaha! The Remedy has definitely changed a lot since 2014. The new fuel and new slash are Treks best bikes in my opinion!
I'm late in watching this ,but for your rear shock don't replace it until you try adding a token and lowering psi
I haven't replaced it yet! I have had a season riddled with injury so I haven't ridden much this year, but I'll give that a shot! Solid tip! Did you or someone you know have the same issue? Thanks for the comment and for watching!
I’m here for the double bass.
Glad you appreciate it!
Did you end up changing the shock? Cool soundtrack 🤘
Glad you enjoyed the sound track. No I didn’t change it before switching bikes. Would have loved to though
agree .. with everything .. this bike is POP happy ! and yeah bontrager rims makes a good stop signs lol
Love the pop! I’m impressed with these wheels so far, but yeah their dusters and what not are garbage. Hot garbage.
just bought a 9.7 so pumped
Dude you'll love it! Its a killer bike, and just so you know just because I ragged on the 9.7 a little bit its a great bike at a much more reasonable price point to get into carbon that the 9.8! Let me know what you think of it once you get some time in on it!
I am confused between slash ,fuel ex and remedy but i am 5'7" and have a hard time maneuvering 29ers so ill probably go with the remedy !
I love my remedy! It’s a great bike and has been a ton of fun. You’ll enjoy it. The slash us a straight up enduro weapon and the fuel is more if a trail bike. The remedy in my opinion is a party bike. Good and fun on everything!
@@Tkolbo_thanks again .will go for the 2021 remedy 9.8 . loved your review on the remedy , subbed !
@@adi_zero5882 thanks a ton!! I’m putting together some other videos that may help you as a remedy owner of you decide to do any upgrades! I appreciate you subscribing that’s so awesome!
I keep thinking about over biking vs under biking. Over biking seems the better choice.
I'd rather over bike for sure! I'd rather have a slog of a pedal than get stuck walking down a trail. However, I also believe that most everything can be ridden on a hardtail...just not sure I have the skill for it!
In my experience under-biking is good for skills building. Over-biking is great for going faster and having fun. I'm looking at bigger bikes for next season.
@@KeanuSwayze that’s a fair point too!
I prefer under biking. It is much more fun trying to hold on for the full 8 seconds. It is also makes for a nice punchy climb.
@@joshc5658 I think at my age, I'm more interested in making the bike more capable than faster on a climb. I'm not worried about being the slow rider in a group.
I believe the 2021 Remedy is long and slack. I used to always seek the steeper head angle and shorter wheelbase for the same reason, I ride BMX. But I gave in and now have an Ibis Ripmo AF and once I got used to it, I absolutely love it. Best mountain bike I have ever had. I had a carbon frame right before it and I cracked it once, got a warranty and just realized I don't want carbon anymore.
And how do you do an x-up on this bike? 🙂
Well...I just checked and the 2021 remedy is exactly the same geometry as the 2020. The Slash did have a major overhaul for 2021 though going long and slack.
This remedy is chillin at 65.6 degree headtube angle so pretty slack but not silly slack which makes it a ton of fun for all mountain riding. Sadly...there is no x ups on this bike which makes me very very sad...
@@Tkolbo_ Actually, you are correct, it was the Slash I saw that changed. I mixed them up. Good they are keeping it the same. I don't think every bike needs to be super slack, especially for this part of the country.
@@ShadLife No doubt about it! I was definitely interested in a ripmo AF, but I got such a killer deal on this bike I couldn't pass it up!
How would this compare to remedy 2018 as far as drops and climbs?
Pretty much identical! ITs basically the same frame and geo!
100% on the Bontrager wheels they are crap but all the rest is great - amazing bike. Thanks for the video.
Glad you enjoyed this update video. So far no problems with these wheels, but it’s a first for me and bontrager wheels holding up lol
Howdy Travis - long time no chat...I found a the same bike and thinking about trading my SL for it as I've been cleared for high heartrates by my doc. Super stoked that I have a pacemaker that hasn't done a damn thing since they installed it. Other than itch. Any way, would you buy the bike again? I was hoping to get used to and beginning to like the 29" wheels but I just can't get there. They're just awkward to me.
I'm surprised your on a large, after riding in Duluth those days I can't say I remember you being much taller than I? At barely 5'7" I'm looking at a med. I'm looking a few rigs but thought I'd ask since I know a guy who has one.
Glad to hear you have been cleared to ride a regular mountain bike. Sucks bad having a pacemaker for no reason at all though! I really like 27.5 and 29" but for the trails here in the midwest with the tight twistiness I prefer the 27.5". With that in mind I would buy this bike again. I like that it has a shorter reach and wheelbase than most the modern bikes, which makes it incredibly playful and easy to maneuver, especially through the tight turns around here. It is just a fun bike man and rides great in my opinion. obviously its not perfect but it checks enough boxes for me.
Also I am actually 5'11" most days, 5'10" on my worst days and 6'0" when I actually stand up haha. So yeah Large is a good fit for me.
@@Tkolbo_ I tell others I'm 5'7" when I'm feeling good about myself. Short legs and long arms, worked well as a climber but on 29" wheels feels like I'm too far above the ground which also makes reach an issue. Found a Rmedy 9.8 size med, custom build which is used, but in great shape as well as an SB140 and Bronson both smalls. I'm leaning towards the SB for the short stand over and longer reach but really, really want the Bronson. The Remedy and its geometry feels good in a medium but the stand over is a bit much and I'm worried about my balls. And I won't be able to do bar spins, which is a bummer.
Glad to know you'd buy another.
@@driftlessareasingletrack2933 that’s fair! I have stupidly long legs so stand over isn’t an issue. Although I’d buy another remedy while out here, if I’m being honest, if I move back to the west I’ll probably get something a little different and more modern. I think all your options are solid!
@@Tkolbo_ Agreed, that if I were still out west I'd want something else as well. Still can't believe your 6' tall.
I took some extra time off before Memorial day, planned on going to Cuyuna but am settling in on hitting lacrosse and heading to Levis Mounds for a few days. you need to ride in LaCrosse at some point.
Thanks for this. I’m going for it!
Hope you enjoy! It was a good bike for me!
Do the 2.6" tires ever roll off of those 30mm rims? Do you think they would benefit from a slightly wider rim? Asking for a friend.
Tell your friend that naw I've only had the tire roll one time so far and it was on a feature that I've rolled off other tires on other bikes, so not to worry! Also tell your cats that I say hi!
I have the 2021 remedy in yellow and red. I mostly ride jumplines with big whips and 360 (I come from Dirtjumping)
Have you felt the knock lock affecting your whips or 360s? I don’t suspect it would but I’m curious to hear! Thanks for watching man!
Im 5.8ft and arm wide 5.6ft what best size for jumping
I'm interested in either this bike or a giant trance x, how do u think this bike is for someone who wants tado abit of everything, such as doing afew hour trail rides down ta having fun at bike parks?
It’ll do great at both! 160/150 travel with 65.5 HTA is a nice sweet spot for handling long trail rides and bike park laps!
Picking up this exact model this week, my main concern is the tires we dont have 7000ft decents in Australia we just have a heap of climbing to get a 4 minute down run. Have you or anyone commenting run 2.4 inch tires? If so how much do they effect the bike overall, thanks for any info.
I have not, but have a friend with the remedy 8 and another friend on a Specialized stumpjumper that also came with 2.6 tires. They both switched to 2.4 and loved it. I don't think you'll overly negatively affect anything on the bike. Maybe a little less traction here and there due to smaller contact patch, especially when running a lower PSI, but I personally don't think it's anything you will really miss. Especially considering the smaller tires will be lighter.
The stock 2.6” Bontragers roll great on trail and XC stuff. For steep rocky gnar they just aren’t the ticket. I originally went with the classic Maxxis 2.4” DHF’s front; DHR II 2.3” rear; then later tweaked it to Assegai 2.5” front; Aggressor 2.3” rear. The Maxxis have more rolling resistance on XC type trails but are a massive improvement in the fun steep rocky, loose, fast turning terrain. I mtb for the steep gnar not into cruising XC trail stuff. Although I do plenty of the latter to get to the fun stuff.
Grate review man ! I consider to buy this bike but this block is kinda wired to doing tricks and is the only thing that i am afraid of. On new slash you can remove it cause the frame shape is changed but it is totally different bike. Could you list bikes that you were looking int before you buy remedy ? Cheers
Hey thanks for watching and I'm glad you enjoyed it! I will say the knock block is definitely a bummer, especially if you want to do X ups and big clicked tables or anything like that. You can still whip with it and all that. So I was looking at Transition Patrol, Specialized Stumpy, Salsa Rustler (this was before the release of the Cassidy and Blackthorn), Trek Slash, Specialized Enduro, etc. For the area I'm at, availability, and price point I was able to get this one worked the best for my needs. I really like this bike for its super quick handling and playfulness, which the other bikes having more modern long and slack geo wouldn't feel as snappy and playful.
@@Tkolbo_ Yeah i definitelly do not go to buy any of those bikes because of long geo. I was thinking about Rockymountain instinct or thunderbolt, Canyon spectral or Nukeproof Reactor. Any opinion on those ?
@@g0me2z actually the spectral was also on my list! I think it’s a pretty killer bike. I’ve had a friend who’s broken a few chainstays on one but he rides stupidly hard. I think the spectral is a killer bike. I’ve never had any experience with nikeproof either. Have you looked into Marin bikes?
@@Tkolbo_ I did but Marins are only 29er and has long chainstays. In Spectral i was wondering if that headtube angle 66 is much of a diferenca comapring to the 65. I ride Giant Reign 2017 at the moment. I like trail bikes geometry and was also thinking to use angled headset to make it 65. What do you reckon ?
@@g0me2z So the 66 degree Head tube angle will help it be more plaful and easy to control the front end, but lose a little bit of the plowability. It won't be like life or death or day and night difference, but probably somewhat noticeable. You could do an angleset if you really like the feel of 65 degree HTA otherwise you can also see if you can use some offset bushings. The offset bushings will have a smaller affect on the reach of the bike while making it slacker and a lower BB height.
oooo nice! that bike is clean!!
Well, let's be honest. I left it pretty dirty in this! haha. Thanks man I definitely dig this bike. Its a good one! Thanks for checking out the video.
How are you loving this bike so far? Currently looking at the remedy8 2021 & fuel EX8 GX 2021 cannot decide
It’s been great man! So it’s a hard choice between the remedy and fuel, in my opinion the Remedy is going to be a little more “party on the trail” kind of bike and can get through some really rowdy stuff while still being fun and playful. The fuel is going to be a bit more serious trail bike. It’ll plow great and climb fast. You really can’t go wrong either way. What kind of riding do you like to do?
@@Tkolbo_ rowdy is what’s I’m looking for. We have some decent trails and locations to ride in Ontario. I just want to be prepared to take on the rougher options if it’s there you know what I mean. Thanks for the reply back by the way and great video. Hook you up with a sub 👌🏾👌🏾
@@MisterBarlow Rad thanks for the sub! I don't think you'll go wrong with either bike, but the Remedy does give you a little more travel to play with and its a relatively short reach so its super easy to maneuver around! Thats what I enjoy about it.
Yeah boiiii💨💨, best bike 👌🏽🤙🏽
It’s a killer bike! I’m super stoked on it!
any chance the guy can lay off the double bass in the back? kinda unbearable after 4 minutes
I asked him, he just looked at me dead eyed and said "No"...
All kidding aside, The metal music is kind of a schtick to my channel, but I can understand where it may become not so great for others that don't enjoy it. I try to make sure the volume is really low and not overwhelming and on my computers and such I can barely hear the music, but others have told me its loud when they listen. So perhaps I need to reference on more systems to make sure the music doesn't cut through on other modes of viewing! Thanks for the feedback I really do appreciate it!
Have you tried the YT Jeffsy? I'm trying to decide between these two
Unfortunately I haven’t had the opportunity. That was a bike high in my list of ones to try, but nothing was in stock. I’d still like to try a Jeffsy though. Are they in stock now?!?
@@Tkolbo_ No they are super hard to get... :D
@@michivanhalen7086 Right?!? The pandemic is still hurting. Demand is so high that supply can't keep up. Hopefully things get leveled out before too long
its a Nice bike.
I have definitely been enjoying it!
Should I get this bike?
I think first you should just get new tires for your current bike. But since you aren't racing this year you might as well, Its a fun one!
What do you think of the trek remedy 7?
2020 remedy 7? I think it’s a pretty sweet bike. Yeah it’s a bunch of “entry level” performance parts, but I would happily rock one. Components are getting so good now it’s hard to wrong with e try level stuff. It’s burly usually. At times I wish I would have saved my bucks and gone with a 7 or 8!
Can we take a moment to appreciate the music?
Please take all the moments you need to! I was stoked when I wrote the song used in this. So simple but so catchy and fun as hell to play!
@@Tkolbo_ any way to hear it or download your work from somewhere?
Which other shocks are your friends running?
Got a buddy on a Rock Shox Super deluxe ultimate, another on a marzocchi CR2, another is using a Cane Creek Kitsuma air, oh and a fox X2
@@Tkolbo_ ...I would really love to see a comparison video...and I bet I'm not alone.
Is it possible to get one to bar spin or not?
If you are looking at one of these Remedy’s or any trek with a knock block system, it can be done under heavy modification (grind off some tabs on the frame) and crown race spacers to allow the fork to clear the frame. Doing this will absolutely VOID your warranty and will raise the front end up so much that the bike will not handle the way it’s meant to. If barspins are something you want to do on a trail/enduro bike, then you need to look another route my dude. Hope that’s helpful!
@@Tkolbo_ ahh ok yeah I thought definitely not worth it, can you do a video on a ticket s :)
@@AitchT. I wish I could! But I can’t afford one!
What ia the frame and and your hieght?
Ha my bad not mentioning that! I’m 5’10” or 178cm. The frame is a large or 19.5” in treks sizing
@@Tkolbo_ hey. I'm 1,8 m and want to buy a 18.5 frame (m/L). Do you think it's too small.?
I hate my dropper post too.
I'll probably replace it with a PNW post. I had one on my last full suspension and have one on my hardtail and it has been the smoothest and most reliable post I've ever had! Is yours a command post?
@@Tkolbo_ X-fusion, could be me as I've not tried adjusting it. Had a KS on my last bike, seemed much better.
@@driftlessareasingletrack2933 yeah I’ve had issues with x fusion droppers. KS are pretty good, but I’d look at pnw if I were you
I'm pretty sure I have the exact same dropper on my Trance. Giant branded post, has a little play and the collar comes loose on occasion, the giant and bontrager posts might be the same one aside from branding.
@@mrvwbug4423 Wouldn't surprise me. I will eventually replace it. The snow is trying to fly here in minnesota so I guess the shock and dropper and rear brake are all good winter projects.
Be better if u didn't put that music in the background
Well its fair that you feel that way. I happen to enjoy the music, especially since its something I wrote and recorded. I enjoy using as much of my music and my friends music as possible. Plus it helps to put more of my own personality into the content! I definitely understand it isn't for everyone and I appreciate the feedback! thanks for watching.
@@Tkolbo_ thats fantastic that you wrote it and maybe I was harsh to critize but sometimes you wanna here the review. I have the same bike in teal/volt and wondered what u thought
Bruh, there's no music. You hear music? Might want to get that checked out
@@martinpratley4632 Yeah man I get it totally! I tried keeping the volume good and low so you can hear me talking well over it. I definitely like the bike other than the things I mentioned. Overall, killer bike and I'm happy with it. How are you liking yours?
@@KeanuSwayze Its just trash, absolute garbage noise! hahaha
BRAKES ...MADE IN CHINA ????
I know that some Sram components are manufactured in Taiwan and some are in China. I'm not sure about these particular Guide RSC brakes. I'm not sure where my replacement Hayes dominion brakes are made. I think they are manufactured in Milwaukee, WI but I could be wrong.